of Launch of a series of Activity Books for young people By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 23 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has the pleasure to inform the Permanent Representatives of the launch of a series of Activity Books for young people. [...] Full Article
of The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2018 - Building climate resilience for food security and nutrition . By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 06 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT The UN hunger report will be released, by FAO, IFAD, UNICEF, WFP and WHO during a joint Press Conference on Tuesday, 11 September, at 11:00 CEST, in FAO-HQ, Sheikh Zayed [...] Full Article
of The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets (SOCO) 2018 By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 14 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT The report will be released during a presentation on Monday, 17 September, at 11:30 CEST, in FAO-HQ, Sheikh Zayed Center. This new edition of the report focuses on the complex [...] Full Article
of The State of Food and Agriculture 2018 By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 09 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT The report will be released during Press Conference on Monday, 15 October, at 1:00 PMRome time, in FAO-HQ, Sheikh Zayed Center. The Press Conference will be webcast [...] Full Article
of Two new reports demonstrate the impact of FAO's partnerships with Belgium and Sweden By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 03 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT Today, FAO launched two new reports in time for the 160th session of the Council: - FAO + Belgium: Inclusive approaches to end hunger and promote [...] Full Article
of First Observance of the International Tea Day By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 21 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT Today we celebrate the cultural heritage, health benefits and economic importance of tea. Full Article
of The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2020 Launch By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 29 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT The latest edition of The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World will be launched at the 2020 ECOSOC High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) [...] Full Article
of A lifetime of fighting hunger By www.fao.org Published On :: Wed, 28 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT To celebrate FAO’s 75th anniversary, a new publication chronicles the history of the Organization and shares its vision for the future. FAO at 75 – Grow, nourish, sustain. Together provides a snapshot of [...] Full Article
of Upcoming launch of FAO's State of Food and Agriculture 2020 By www.fao.org Published On :: Wed, 25 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT On 26 November 2020, 15:00 - 16:30 (CET), FAO will launch the 2020 edition of the State of Food and Agriculture (SOFA). This year's edition of this flagship publication presents [...] Full Article
of High-level event commemorating the Fifth Anniversary of the Paris Agreement By www.fao.org Published On :: Wed, 09 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT On the occasion of the fifth anniversary of the Paris Agreement, the event will highlight the key role of the agricultural sectors in supporting the Paris Agreement. The Paris Agreement, [...] Full Article
of Invitation for the launch event: The impact of disasters and crises on agriculture and food security, 2021 By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 12 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Understanding and managing disaster risks in global agriculture: Better data for ambitious action Full Article
of Global consultation on the implementation of the UN Decade of Family farming (UNDFF) in 2019-2020 By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 09 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT In December 2017, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed the UN Decade of Family Farming 2019-2028 (UNDFF) to serve as a framework for developing public policies and investments to [...] Full Article
of Recommended reads ahead of the 42nd session of the FAO Conference By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 07 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT The FAO Conference meets every two years to determine the policies of the Organization, approve the budget, and make recommendations to its Members. If you would like to dig deeper into [...] Full Article
of Global Dialogue and High-level Segment on the Role of Food and Agriculture in the Global Biodiversity Framework 6-7 July 2021 By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 18 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in collaboration with the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), will hold a Global Dialogue on the [...] Full Article
of The Pre-Summit of the UN Food Systems Summit, 26-28 July 2021, Rome By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 26 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT Delivering the latest evidence-based and scientific approaches, launching new commitments for food systems transformation. Full Article
of Report on the implementation of the United Nations Decade of Family Farming (2019–2028) By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 23 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT In December 2017, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed the UN Decade of Family Farming 2019-2028 (UNDFF) to serve as a framework for developing public policies and investments to [...] Full Article
of Collaboration, evolution and a vision for the future of our seas: 70 years of the GFCM By www.fao.org Published On :: Wed, 23 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT It’s a significant milestone – but what does the GFCM actually do? What has it achieved so far? Since its creation, the GFCM has evolved into an efficient [...] Full Article
of The global fertilizer market: taking stock of a tightening market situation By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 08 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT International fertilizer benchmark prices have risen throughout 2021. Full Article
of The importance of Ukraine and the Russian Federation for global agricultural markets and the risks associated with the current conflict By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT Information Note. Full Article
of First Session of COAG's Sub-Committee on Livestock 16-18 March 2022 By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 15 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT It all started in 2016 and after many productive deliberations, in October 2020 at the 27th session of the Committee on Agriculture (COAG) the Full Article
of FAO promotes innovation and action to reshape management of aquatic biodiversity By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 27 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT FAO is pleased to announce the release of the Global Plan of Action for the Conservation, Sustainable Use and Development of Aquatic Genetic Resources for Food [...] Full Article
of 170th Session of the Council By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 13 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT Opening Statement by FAO Director-General QU Dongyu. Full Article
of 20 years of Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems By www.fao.org Published On :: Wed, 22 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT 2022 marks the 20th anniversary of the FAO GIAHS Programme. FAO launched the GIAHS initiative at the World Summit on Sustainable Development held in Johannesburg in 2002. Since its inception, [...] Full Article
of Latest issue: The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets (SOCO) 2022 By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 28 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT This edition of The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets (SOCO) discusses how trade policies, based on both multilateral and regional approaches, can address today’s challenges for sustainable development. Full Article
of Latest issue: The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2022 By www.fao.org Published On :: Wed, 06 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT This year’s report should dispel any lingering doubts that the world is moving backwards in its efforts to end hunger, food insecurity and malnutrition in all its forms. We are [...] Full Article
of The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets (SOCO) 2022 By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 01 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT This edition of The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets (SOCO) discusses how trade policies, based on both multilateral and regional approaches, can address today’s challenges for sustainable development. Trade policies [...] Full Article
of The State of the World's Forests (SOFO) 2022 By www.fao.org Published On :: Wed, 17 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT The 2022 edition of The State of the World’s Forests explores the potential of three forest pathways for achieving green recovery and tackling environmental crises, including climate change and biodiversity [...] Full Article
of The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture (SOFIA) 2022 By www.fao.org Published On :: Wed, 24 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT The 2022 edition of The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture coincides with the launch of the Decade of Action to deliver the Global Goals, the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science [...] Full Article
of FAO launches new version of the FAO Global Record tool to combat IUU fishing By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 30 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT FAO is pleased to announce the release of a new and upgraded version of theGlobal Record of Fishing Vessels, Refrigerated Transport Vessels and Supply Vessels (Global Record), [...] Full Article
of One-of-a-kind FAO cookbook gives fish a voice – among other things By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 14 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT FAO has recently released Fish: Know it, cook it, eat it, a genre-defying cookbook that infuses international recipes with insights into the global fish trade; blends scientific facts and cultural history; melds nutritional information [...] Full Article
of FAO in review: Building and deploying professional and practical expertise By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 02 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT Read the seriesFull Article
of Opening Ceremony of the International Year of Millets 2023 By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 02 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) would like to invite you to the opening ceremony of the International Year of Millets 2023 Full Article
of 171st Session of the FAO Council Statement By Dr QU Dongyu, FAO Director-General By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT A statement by FAO Director-General QU Dongyu Full Article
of FAO in Review: Upholding the pillars of FAO for a better world By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 08 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT Read the series on how FAO increased efficiency, effectiveness and transparency to better support its Members in the transformation of agrifood systems. Full Article
of FAO in Review: Transforming agrifood systems in the face of the climate crisis By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 12 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT Read the series on how FAO increased efficiency, effectiveness and transparency to better support its Members in the transformation of agrifood systems. Full Article
of Global consultation on the implementation of the UN Decade of Family Farming (UNDFF) in 2021-2022 By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 21 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT In December 2017, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed the UN Decade of Family Farming 2019-2028 (UNDFF) to serve as a framework for developing public policies and investments to support family [...] Full Article
of Candidates for the post of FAO Director-General announced By www.fao.org Published On :: Fri, 03 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT FAO member nations to choose head of the UN specialized agency in July during the 43rd session of the FAO Conference Full Article
of The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) launches its new Annual and Monthly Funding Overview websites By www.fao.org Published On :: Wed, 22 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT Rome – The newly released Annual Report for 2020, 2021 and 2022 raises the visibility of the Organization's Resource Partners, including FAO Members, international financial institutions (IFIs), United Nations entities, [...] Full Article
of In his International Youth Day 2023 message, QU Dongyu announces the establishment of FAO's new Office for Youth and Women By www.fao.org Published On :: Sat, 12 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT The FAO Director-General today issued the following message on the occasion of International Youth Day 2023: Full Article
of Second Report on the implementation of the United Nations Decade of Family Farming 2019–2028 (UNDFF) By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT In December 2017, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed the UN Decade of Family Farming 2019-2028 (UNDFF) to serve as a framework for developing public policies and investments to [...] Full Article
of Corporate brochures: eye-catching, mind-expanding, and a showcase of FAO's best work By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 31 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT Must we choose between food security and climate neutrality? How do we make sure food imports are safe? How do low-income countries move up the food [...] Full Article
of Grist to the mill of knowledge: FSN Forum and Publications and Library Branch join forces By www.fao.org Published On :: Wed, 17 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT Did you know? The Publications and Library branch and the FSN Forum are teaming up to provide Forum participants with additional references and resources to raise awareness on topics of their contributions. Who does what The Global Forum on Food [...] Full Article
of FAO invites all Members to the Celebration of the World Wetlands Day at FAO Headquarters By www.fao.org Published On :: Tue, 30 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT World Wetlands Day raises global awareness of the importance of wetlands for human prosperity and a healthy planet. The 2024 theme "Wetlands and Human Wellbeing" focuses on the interconnectedness between [...] Full Article
of The Second Session of the COAG Sub-Committee on Livestock By www.fao.org Published On :: Wed, 24 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT The Second Session of the COAG Sub-Committee on Livestock: Call for Proposals for side events at FAO headquarters in Rome, July 16-18, 2024! FAO Members and partner [...] Full Article
of Second Session of COAG's Sub-Committee on Livestock 16-18 July 2024 By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT The Committee on Agriculture (COAG), established in 1971, is one of FAO’s Governing Bodies providing overall policy and regulatory guidance on issues relating to agriculture (including livestock), food safety, [...] Full Article
of Animal Health Innovation, Reference Centres and Vaccines at the heart of this year's FAO Global Conference By www.fao.org Published On :: Thu, 29 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is organizing its first-ever Global Conference on Animal Health Innovation, Reference Centres and Vaccines from 23 to 25 September at FAO headquarters [...] Full Article
of FAO GLOBEFISH Celebrates 40 years of impact on global fisheries and aquaculture trade By www.fao.org Published On :: Mon, 09 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT For the past four decades, FAO GLOBEFISH has been a cornerstone of global fisheries and aquaculture market analysis. Since its inception in 1984, the project has provided [...] Full Article
of Christopher Gray's Scholly App Is Bringing Millions of Dollars to College Students in Need By www.smithsonianmag.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0000 Christopher Gray | Smithsonian Magazine’s 2016 American Ingenuity Award Winner for Youth Achievement Christopher Gray is the founder and CEO of Scholly, the groundbreaking web and mobile app that matches current or future college students who need financial support with scholarships that can help them. Scholly has been downloaded 850,000 times and has connected college students with some $50 million in scholarships. Philadelphia-based Gray, an ABC “Shark Tank” winner and recipient of a $100,000 grant from philanthropist Steve Case’s Rise of the Rest competition, sees his digital platform as a 21st-century tool for helping countless young Americans achieve their college dreams without piling on crushing debt. Full Article
of Pioneering Video Artist Peter Campus Presents His Version of the Star-Spangled Banner By www.smithsonianmag.com Published On :: Sat, 28 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0000 Full Article
of What It Took to Recreate a Portrait of Elizabeth Cady Stanton By www.smithsonianmag.com Published On :: Sat, 28 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0000 Through painstaking work, photographer Drew Gardner transformed Elizabeth Jenkins-Sahlin into her ancestor, a famous women’s rights activist. (Credit: Drew Gardner) Full Article
